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Obika returns a more committed man

SWINDON Town’s new signing Jonathan Obika may only be 23 but he feels like he has gained vast experience from the series of loan spells he undertook while at Tottenham Hotspur.

Obika has been at seven different club across 11 loan periods but has now found himself a permanent home at the County Ground.

One of the loan spells the mobile striker had was at Swindon in the second half of the 2010/11 season. He only played in five games before a change of manager cut his stay short but the overall impression he left at the time was not entirely positive.

Obika is now ready to demonstrate the promise that saw Tottenham keep him on their books for so long with some positive performances for Swindon.

“You learn a lot as a player. I came here when I was quite young and I feel you mature as a player,” he said.

“I’ve gone on a lot of loans, I don’t necessarily think it was a bad thing. You learn a lot from different characters and it’s got me to this point.

“I’ve always wanted a permanent (move). I feel good and glad that the gaffer was interested in me and got the deal done.

“I feel what really made me come here was the gaffer’s philosophy. I spoke to players like Yaser (Kasim) and they speak so highly of him, so I became like a fan really. I watched the Brighton game. What the Brighton manager Sami Hyppia said about them is just a testament to what they’ve been doing.”

Obika has now joined the ever-growing list of former Spurs players at County Ground, along with Kasim, Massimo Luongo, Nathan Byrne, Jake Reeves and Jack Barthram. Though Obika’s loans have also acquainted him with a few other of Town’s squad members, which make him feel his second spell at the club will be more positive.

“It’s not only people that I’ve played with at Spurs but I’ve been on loan with Wardy (Darren Ward), (Michael) Smithy at Charlton and Yeovil with Willo (Andy Williams), so it’s been very comfortable and they’ve all welcomed me,” he added.

“Football changes quickly. You always have to learn from your past and hope to improve.

“That’s a memory of the past (the 2011 loan). You grow and learn, I’m just looking forward to cracking on now.

“That’s how football is, it changes quickly, you always have to learn from your past and hope to improve.

“I’m someone who’s committed. This is my home now. Because of my commitment you will see the quality and I love goals.”

Comments (19)

yes feel the player has matured since last on loan at the CG.When you compare the Team hes spent time with here 2 years ago wo there is a vast difference, wish him all the best and if he gives a 100% effort what more can we ask for.I believe he will get goals.
GOOD LUCK TO HIM

yes feel the player has matured since last on loan at the CG.When you compare the Team hes spent time with here 2 years ago wo there is a vast difference, wish him all the best and if he gives a 100% effort what more can we ask for.I believe he will get goals.
GOOD LUCK TO HIMport de soller

port de soller wrote:
yes feel the player has matured since last on loan at the CG.When you compare the Team hes spent time with here 2 years ago wo there is a vast difference, wish him all the best and if he gives a 100% effort what more can we ask for.I believe he will get goals.
GOOD LUCK TO HIM

OK Jonathan , clean slate for you . Now start banging `em in for Swindon !

[quote][p][bold]port de soller[/bold] wrote:
yes feel the player has matured since last on loan at the CG.When you compare the Team hes spent time with here 2 years ago wo there is a vast difference, wish him all the best and if he gives a 100% effort what more can we ask for.I believe he will get goals.
GOOD LUCK TO HIM[/p][/quote]OK Jonathan , clean slate for you . Now start banging `em in for Swindon !umpcah

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach!

[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach!Penhill54

I reckon he just might be a superb signing. The lad has a lot of good attributes and with our positive dressing room environment his confidence will grow and he will flourish. Good luck Jon, Power and Cooper are no mugs when buying players and they have seen something special in you.

I reckon he just might be a superb signing. The lad has a lot of good attributes and with our positive dressing room environment his confidence will grow and he will flourish. Good luck Jon, Power and Cooper are no mugs when buying players and they have seen something special in you.Psychedelic Syd

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach!

Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosser

[quote][p][bold]Penhill54[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach![/p][/quote]Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosserharley red

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach!

Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosser

If the Adver can make spelling mistakes why not posters ? HR : Your response was a bit strong ! Please control yourself and look forward to the Bradford match !

[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Penhill54[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach![/p][/quote]Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosser[/p][/quote]If the Adver can make spelling mistakes why not posters ? HR : Your response was a bit strong ! Please control yourself and look forward to the Bradford match !umpcah

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach!

Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosser

If the Adver can make spelling mistakes why not posters ? HR : Your response was a bit strong ! Please control yourself and look forward to the Bradford match !

Yes, fair point umpcah, I apologise

[quote][p][bold]umpcah[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]Penhill54[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]I'd be more impressed with the quote if he could spell waste properly, not the one that goes around your stomach![/p][/quote]Thought this was a debate about football . Not a fcuking spelling test you tosser[/p][/quote]If the Adver can make spelling mistakes why not posters ? HR : Your response was a bit strong ! Please control yourself and look forward to the Bradford match ![/p][/quote]Yes, fair point umpcah, I apologisePenhill54

I welcome him and think he will be a good player for us, Power and pace, I don't feel we should judge him on the last outing for us, good player who managers have only ever said good things about.

I welcome him and think he will be a good player for us, Power and pace, I don't feel we should judge him on the last outing for us, good player who managers have only ever said good things about.you gots ta be kidding me

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

His interview suggests he's motivated and committed. Why not just give him a chance?

[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]His interview suggests he's motivated and committed. Why not just give him a chance?Swindonian63

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

Why are you always negative ?
Have you ever posted a positive comment ? (Serious question).

[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]Why are you always negative ?
Have you ever posted a positive comment ? (Serious question).TheDukeOfBanbury

harley red wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has

Why are you always negative ?
Have you ever posted a positive comment ? (Serious question).

Attention seeking that is all he/she seeks.

[quote][p][bold]TheDukeOfBanbury[/bold] wrote:
[quote][p][bold]harley red[/bold] wrote:
What a waist of money unless his attitude and performance has changed a lot . Here's hoping it has[/p][/quote]Why are you always negative ?
Have you ever posted a positive comment ? (Serious question).[/p][/quote]Attention seeking that is all he/she seeks.swwindon61uk

Brainy_60 wrote:
Look, he's been out on loan 11 times to 7 clubs in just a few years. He now has a home, he is one of us, let's get behind the lad, make him welcome and I'm sure the goals will come.

yeah thats what i was going to say ,he needs some confidence ,hes got potential but needs belief in himself cheer him on even if he makes a **** up or two ,

[quote][p][bold]Brainy_60[/bold] wrote:
Look, he's been out on loan 11 times to 7 clubs in just a few years. He now has a home, he is one of us, let's get behind the lad, make him welcome and I'm sure the goals will come.[/p][/quote]yeah thats what i was going to say ,he needs some confidence ,hes got potential but needs belief in himself cheer him on even if he makes a **** up or two ,red steam zulu

Brainy_60 wrote:
Look, he's been out on loan 11 times to 7 clubs in just a few years. He now has a home, he is one of us, let's get behind the lad, make him welcome and I'm sure the goals will come.

yeah thats what i was going to say ,he needs some confidence ,hes got potential but needs belief in himself cheer him on even if he makes a **** up or two ,

[quote][p][bold]Brainy_60[/bold] wrote:
Look, he's been out on loan 11 times to 7 clubs in just a few years. He now has a home, he is one of us, let's get behind the lad, make him welcome and I'm sure the goals will come.[/p][/quote]yeah thats what i was going to say ,he needs some confidence ,hes got potential but needs belief in himself cheer him on even if he makes a **** up or two ,red steam zulu